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- 2009 version release date: June 12, 2009
- MPAA rating: (R) Restricted
- Director: Tony Scott (2009)
- Screenwriter: Brian Helgeland (2009)
- 2009 & 1974 versions based on novel by: John Godey
- Studio: Columbia Pictures
- Country: USA
- Genre: Thriller
- Produced by Tony Scott, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal and Steve Tisch
- Cinematographer: Tobia A. Schliessler
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The Taking of Pelham 123 is a novel written by John Godey. In 1974, a film version was made and was directed by Joseph Sargent and starring Walter Matthau and Robert Shaw. In 2009, a big budget remake was released starring Denzel Washington, John Travolta, James Gandolfini and was directed by Tony Scott.
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The Taking of Pelham 123 (2009) Cast
- Denzel Washington as Lieutenant Zachary Garber
- John Travolta as Ryder
- Luis Guzma as Ramos
- James Gandolfini
- John Turturro
- Victor Gojcaj as Bashkim
- Gbenga Akinnagbe as Wallace
- Ramon Rodriguez as Delgado
- Brian Haley as Police Captain Hill
- Jason Butler Harner as Mr. Thomas
- Chance Kelly as ESU Captain Kelley
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The Taking of Pelham 123 Synopsis
The Taking of Pelham 123 is the story of a group of armed men, led by a brilliant, yet cold blooded terrorist. The group hijacks a subway car in New York City and demand ransom for the passengers.
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The Taking of Pelham 123 Reviews
Yahoo Critics Yahoo Users BoxOfficeMojo Users Fandango Users B ( 13 Reviews )B+ ( 1859 Reviews )B ( 177 Votes )4/5 Stars ( 1405 ratings )Box Office Figures for The Taking of Pelham 123
as of 7/21/09http://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=takingofpelham09.htmOpening Weekend (Domestic) Total Domestic Sales Total Domestic and International $23,373,102 $63,003,083 $67,882,769 The Taking of Pelham 123 Questions
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Thinking about going to the movies to see either Taking of Pelham 123 or the Proposal - has any one seen these two - suggestions????? 1 AnswerI just saw "The Proposal" and I liked it. It is a good movie if you find Ryan Reynolds attractive and don't mind a predictable storyline. There are several fu... read moreThe Taking of Pelham 123 News and Information
- YouTube Video: The Taking of Pelham 123 (2009) trailer (Time: 2:31)
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- Variety.com: "Gandolfini plays mayor in 'Pelham'" (March 23, 2008)
- Variety.com: "Travolta boards 'Pelham' remake" (October 25, 2007)
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